Museongseowon Confucian Academy [UNESCO World Heritage] (무성서원 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

11.9Km 2025-01-17

44-12 Wonchon 1-gil, Chilbo-myeon, Jeongeup-si, Jeonbuk-do

Museongseowon Confucian Academy was built in 1615 to honor Silla's scholar Choe Chiwon (857-?). An important cultural heritage for understanding the principles of Confucianism and culture of the Joseon dynasty, it is recognized as a representative example of seowon architecture and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The traditional architecture still remains, and the surrounding scenery, including old ginkgo trees, is beautiful.

Baegyang Tourist Hotel (백양관광호텔)

12.2Km 2025-01-07

941, Baegyang-ro, Jangseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-392-2114

Baegyang Tourist Hotel is located next to Baegyangsa Temple at the foothills of Naejangsan Mountain. The rooms offer beautiful views of nature all year round, with some rooms showing the magnificent mountain while others showing a bird's-eye-view of the hotel's garden. The hotel is perfect for family vacations and business trips.

Jangseongho Tourist Area (장성호관광지)

12.5Km 2025-01-08

591-8, Baegyang-ro, Jangseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-392-7248

Jangseongho Tourist Area is located south of Naejangsan National Park, in Jangseong, known as the hometown of Hong Gil-dong, a Korean Robin Hood. The lake was made by the damming of Hwangnyonggang River, and holds up to 89.7 million tons of water, filled with many freshwater fish species. In addition, the walking path along the 603-meter-long embankment attracts many tourists with beautiful views of the mountains and lake. Cruise ferries and motorboats also cross the lake. Nearby attractions include Ibamsan and Baegamsan Mountains, Namchanggyegok Valley, Baegyangsa and Naejangsa Temples, Gosanseowon Confucian Academy, Bangjangsan Recreational Forest, and more.

Hwangtohyeon Donghak Peasant Revolution Commemoration (황토현동학농민혁명기념제)

13.7Km 2024-11-29

742 , Donghak-ro, Jeongeup-si, Jeonbuk-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-63-538-1894

Through the support of the Jeongeup City Council, the Commemoration of the Hwangtohyeon Donghak Peasant Revolution aims to remind visitors the significance of the invaluable cultural asset that is the Donghak Peasant Revolution. Visitors can learn more about the historic event through various event programs.

Donghak Peasants Revolution Memorial Hall (동학농민혁명기념관)

13.9Km 2025-01-09

742 Donghak-ro, Jeongeup-si, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-530-9454

The Donghak Peasants Revolution Memorial Hall was founded to commemorate the peasants who rose up against corrupt public officials in 1894. The hall presents various educational programs and events. The hall is divided into an exhibition hall and an educaitonal hall.

Pihyangjeong Pavilion (정읍 피향정)

15.1Km 2025-01-17

2951 Taesan-ro, Taein-myeon, Jeongeup-si, Jeonbuk-do

Pihyangjeong Pavilion is known to be the most outstanding pavilion in all of Jeolla region. Orignally, there were two ponds around the pavilion, but one of the ponds were filled up with soil during the Japanese period. The pavilion's name derived from the scent of water lilies that bloomed afloat on the ponds. The pavilion demonstrates all the basic components of a typical pavilion built during the Joseon dynasty and is valued as an historical example of a wooden architecture during the mid-Joseon dynasty.

Daeiljung (대일정)

15.2Km 2024-04-07

3 Suhakjeongseok-gil, Taein-myeon, Jeongeup-si, Jeonbuk-do

This Korean restaurant prides itself on serving an abundant Korean set meal, notably featuring the marinated hairy crab set menu and the grilled galbi patties set menu. Each set is accompanied by a lavish selection of 20 different side dishes. The marinated hairy crab, a seasonal delicacy, involves small river estuary crabs prepared in a savory sauce of green onions, red pepper paste, and soy sauce, ideally mixed with white rice. The grilled galbi patties, a harmonious blend of beef and pork, are grilled to perfection, offering a savory taste and a rich, juicy gravy. To conclude one's meal, enjoy a comforting serving of warm scorched rice soup and plum tea, which provides a gentle, soothing end to the rich flavors. Here, one can indulge in the full spectrum of sophisticated Korean cuisine.

Kim Myeong-gwan's House (정읍 김명관 고택)

15.2Km 2025-01-16

72-10 Gongdong-gil, Sanoe-myeon, Jeongeup-si, Jeonbuk-do

A typical example of an aristocrat's house, this residence was built in the 8th year of King Jeongjo's reign in the Joseon dynasty by Kim Myeong-gwan, the 6th generation descendent of Kim Dong-su. Kim Myeong-gwan carefully considered the principles of geomancy when choosing the location of the house, with Cheonghasan Mountain to the back and Dongjingang River to the front, and it took ten years to complete the house. Upon entering the main gate, the house reveals a balanced symmetry with the daecheongmaru (wooden floor hall) at the center. Every component of the house was placed and designed to create a balance with the surroundings and efficient movement within the premises. Because the house contains most of its original form and displays a beautiful harmony with the natural surroundings, it is regarded as valuable research material. Although there may be limitations, viewing is generally allowed.

Chuwolsan Mountain (추월산)

15.4Km 2025-01-13

981, Chuwolsan-ro, Damyang-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-380-3492

Located 13 kilometers away from Damyang-eup, Chuwolsan Mountain (731 m) was designated Jeollanam-do Provincial Monument No. 4 and is one of the five famous mountains of Jeollanam-do. It marks the boundary between Jeollanam-do, South Jeolla Province (Wolgye-ri, Yong-myeon, the most northern town in Damyang-gun) and Jeollabuk-do, North Jeolla Province (Bokheung-myeon, Sunchang-gun). The mountain has a dense forest, rock formations and stones, and rock walls that look like manmade fortifications with a narrow path to the west which can accommodate only one person at a time.

Shaped like a Buddhist monk lying down when it is seen from Damyang-eup's side, it is popular for its various naturally grown medicinal herbs as well as rare kinds of Chuwolsan orchids. The base of the mountain has gentle slopes and densely packed old pine trees, making it the best destination for families in summer. The hiking trail is hard to climb despite the fact that the peak is not very high. However, it is visited by mountain climbers all year long.

Before reaching Sangbong Peak, there is a hermitage and a mineral spring that never dries up. The peak also boasts an impressive view of the surrounding area, including Damyangho Lake. Chuwolsan Mountain was a battle site during the Imjin War along with the nearby Geumseongsanseong Fortress. The last battle of Donghak Peasant Revolution also took place at Chuwolsan Mountain.

National Center for Forest Activities, Jangseong (국립장성숲체원)

15.5Km 2024-12-04

353 Bangjang-ro, Bugi-myeon, Jangseong-gun, Jeollanam-do

The National Center for Forest Activities, Jangseong provides high-quality forest education and forest therapy services by leveraging its location surrounded by Bangjangsan Mountain, boasting superb natural/geological conditions. Chungnyeongsan Mountain is also here and is home to the National Jangseong Healing Forest, the largest subtropical forest plantation in the country.

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